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1. Kerala secured the top ranking in the 5th State Food Safety Index among large states, demonstrating its commitment to ensuring food safety standards. The index evaluated states and union territories across six different aspects of food safety, highlighting Kerala’s exemplary performance.
2. The Union Cabinet approved the third revival package for BSNL, allocating a total of Rs 89,047 crore. This package aims to strengthen and revive BSNL as a stable telecom service provider, particularly focusing on providing connectivity to remote areas of India. The approval includes the allotment of 4G/5G spectrum through equity infusion, which will contribute to BSNL’s modernization and expansion.
3. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to maintain the repo rate at 6.5% during its second bi-monthly monetary policy meeting of FY24. The RBI’s focus remains on withdrawing accommodation while keeping a close eye on economic indicators. The GDP growth forecast for FY24 was retained at 6.5%, and the CPI inflation projection for the same period stands at 5.1%.
4. Bangladesh received USD 858 million in financing from the World Bank for two key initiatives. The first agreement involves USD 500 million for the Program on Agricultural and Rural Transformation, which aims to enhance climate-resilient agricultural growth, entrepreneurship, and nutrition. The second agreement provides USD 358 million for the Road Safety Project, which marks the first dedicated road safety project in South Asia supported by the World Bank.
5. Mumbai has been ranked as the most expensive city in India for expatriates according to Mercer’s Cost of Living survey 2023. The high cost of living in Mumbai places it at the top of the list, followed by New Delhi and Bengaluru. In the global ranking, Mumbai holds the 147th position, while other Indian cities such as New Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune also feature on the list.
6. World Ocean Day, observed annually on June 8th, serves as a platform to raise awareness about the significance of oceans and the need to preserve and conserve their resources. The theme for 2023 is “Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing.” This day holds special importance as it highlights the vital role oceans play in sustaining life on Earth and promotes actions to protect and restore marine ecosystems.
7. World Brain Tumor Day is celebrated on June 8th every year to raise awareness about brain tumors and the importance of early detection. The theme for 2023 is “Protect yourself – keep away from stress.” The day aims to educate people about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for brain tumors, emphasizing the significance of a stress-free lifestyle for maintaining brain health.
8. The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Central Sector Scheme of “Exploration of Coal and Lignite Scheme” with an estimated expenditure of Rs 2980 crore. The scheme, aligned with the 15th Finance Commission cycle, focuses on conducting promotional (regional) exploration as well as detailed exploration in non-Coal India Limited blocks. This initiative aims to enhance the availability of coal and lignite resources in the country.
9. A report by IEA, International Renewable Energy Agency, U.N. Statistics Division, World Bank, and WHO reveals that up to 2.3 billion people worldwide still rely on polluting fuels for cooking, and approximately 675 million people lack access to electricity. The report emphasizes the need to address this issue and highlights that without intervention, 1.9 billion people will still lack clean cooking opportunities by 2030.
10. The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with HDFC Bank to offer comprehensive financial solutions to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This collaboration aims to facilitate seamless access to financial products and services for MSMEs, contributing to their growth and development.
11. Microsoft and AirJaldi Networks have entered into a three-year MoU to provide internet access to underserved communities in 12 states. This partnership aims to advance high-speed internet connectivity, promote broadband adoption, and drive digital transformation in these regions. As part of the collaboration, AirJaldi Networks will expand its operations to three additional states and increase its network locations.
12. Gitanjali Aiyar, an award-winning news anchor and one of India’s first English female news presenters on Doordarshan, passed away. Aiyar joined Doordarshan in 1971 and received recognition for her exceptional anchoring skills, winning the best anchor award four times. Her contributions to the field of journalism and broadcasting were highly regarded, and she was also honored with the Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini Award for Outstanding Women in 1989.
13. GalaxEye, an IIT-Madras-incubated space-tech startup, is developing the world’s first multi-sensor earth observation satellite named ‘Drishti Mission.’ Scheduled for launch in 2024, this satellite will incorporate a visible spectrum camera capable of capturing synchronized imaging, enabling multiple images to be taken simultaneously. GalaxEye’s ambitious plan includes deploying a satellite constellation to provide comprehensive imagery datasets from space.
14. The central government has agreed to sanction Rs 12,911 crore to Andhra Pradesh for the completion of the first phase of the Polavaram Project. This funding also includes Rs 2,000 crore for the construction of the diaphragm wall, which was washed away during a flood. The Polavaram Project is a significant multi-purpose irrigation project being constructed on the Godavari River in Andhra Pradesh, aimed at facilitating irrigation and flood control in the region.